University of Iowa (UI)

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Admissions & Requirements

Tuition & Fees

Programs Offered

Course Schedules

Financial Aid Eligibility

Student Services

University of Iowa is a public university in Iowa City, considered to be one of the most dynamic colleges in the country, according to the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2011. The university offers more than 100 areas of study at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The school also offers professional degrees. Its graduate programs in creative writing, audiology, nursing service administration, and speech-language pathology rank very high.

The University of Iowa, commonly known simply as "Iowa," has a well-respected faculty, and offers small class sizes, research opportunities for undergraduates and graduates, honors courses, special programs for transfer students, and discussion sessions to help first-year students. Alumni include many notable figures, including inventors, distinguished researchers, doctors, CEOs, musicians, performers, athletes, politicians, and most notably, writers. The Writer's Workshop of University of Iowa, founded in 1936, has produced 13 Pulitzer Prize winners since 1947.

History

The university was founded in 1847 as the State University of Iowa, a mere 59 days after Iowa became a state. Faculty did not offer instruction until 1855, and became the first public university to offer higher education equally to both men and women. The first class of 124 students included 41 women.

Academics

The academic calendar for the University of Iowa includes four academic sessions during the school year: fall, winter, spring and summer.

Colleges and Schools

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Tippie College of Business

College of Dentistry

College of Education

College of Engineering

Graduate College

College of Law

Carver College of Medicine

College of Nursing

College of Pharmacy

College of Public Health

University College

Student Life

Students seeking involvement opportunities at University of Iowa have more than 450 student organizations to choose from. There are also opportunities to attend a lecture by a visiting scholar, join a study group or a discussion group with an instructor. There are many things to do on campus and also off-campus in Iowa City, including arts and entertainment, shopping, nightlife, sports and recreation.

There are 10 residence halls on campus, as well as university apartments for students with families. Several of the fraternities and sororities near campus also offer housing.

Traditions

The University of Iowa school colors are black and gold.

Athletics

The "Hawkeye" athletics teams at the University of Iowa compete in more than 20 intercollegiate sports, with top teams in field hockey, wrestling and football. The Dance Team and cheerleading are also very popular.

Men's Sports:

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Gymnastics

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Track and Field

Wrestling

Women's Sports:

Basketball

Cross Country

Field Hockey

Golf

Gymnastics

Rowing

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

The Iowa River flows through the University of Iowa's main campus in Iowa City, splitting it into west and east sides. The university has one satellite campus in nearby Coralville, which is called Oakdale Campus. Oakdale is home to many of the university's research facilities.

Community Life

The University of Iowa combines the benefits of a large, top-ranked school with the benefits of small-town life. The "pedestrian mall" of the city offers many restaurants and bars, boutiques and shopping venues, museums and galleries, and there are plenty of recreational activities in the area.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates UI accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting accepted to University of Iowa.

Admission Requirements & Recommendations

High School G.P.A. and School Records are Recommended

High School Academic Ranking are Recommended

SAT or ACT Test Scores are Required

TOEFL for ESL Students are Required

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits

AP Course Credits

Admissions Test Scores - SAT Exam, ACT Exam, etc...

ACT ® scores for students that were accepted Fall 2011

Score Range (25th to 75th Percentile)

ACT ® English

25 - 28

ACT ® Math

25 - 28

ACT ® Composite Score

25 - 28

Acceptance Rate Table - Chances of Getting Into UI

The table below lists the chances of getting into University of Iowa.

Number (Percentage)

Applicants

21,642

Granted Admissions

17,362 (80%)

Accepted Students That Enrolled

4,460 (26%)

Student Enrollment

University of Iowa has a total student population of about 30,000, with undergraduate students making up about 73% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,200. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $40 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Tuition estimates per year:

In-State: $6,700-$8,000

Out-of-State: $25,000-$29,880

Charges per unit:

In-State: $340-$400 per unit

Out-of-State: $1,100-$1,300 per unit

The average estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is listed to be around $11,000

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

Percent of Students

Average Amount

Any Financial Aid

81%

-

Receiving Grants & Scholarships

64%

$7,341

Receiving Student Loans

51%

$5,428

Note: The estimated default rate of students taking federal student loans in 2011 was around 4%.

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, University of Iowa may offer services including:

Distance learning

Career path counseling

Work study style employment

Helping students find work after graduation

Child care

Graduation Rates

University of Iowa has a high graduation rate when compared to similar schools nearby.

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Iowa is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-A classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

Baseball (Big Ten Conference)

Basketball (Big Ten Conference)

Track and Field (Big Ten Conference)

Field Hockey

Football (Big Ten Conference)

Golf

Gymnastics

Rowing

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Volleyball

Wrestling

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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